On Tuesday, February 18, at 9 a.m., Palm Beach County officials and representatives of the Boynton Beach Historical Society will unveil a new historical marker in Ocean Inlet Park, 6990 N. Ocean Boulevard, in Ocean Ridge. The marker chronicles the history of the South Lake Worth Inlet (often referenced locally as the “Boynton Inlet”).

The South Lake Worth Inlet Historical Marker was initiated and funded by the late Robert H. Neff, an extraordinary citizen who encouraged historical societies to chronicle local historic places and apply to have them designated as Florida landmarks.

The South Lake Worth Inlet was constructed between 1925 and 1927 to improve water quality and circulation between the south end of Lake Worth and the Atlantic Ocean. It opened on March 16, 1927. Although not originally designed for navigation, the South Lake Worth Inlet is now a frequently used passage for fishing and pleasure boats, and other small craft.

Palm Beach County purchased adjacent property in 1974 to construct Ocean Inlet Park. Opened in 1988, the park and the surrounding area have become a popular fishing, swimming, and sight-seeing destination for visitors and locals, as well as a favorite location for family picnics, birthdays, graduation parties, and other celebrations.

Among the dignitaries present for the unveiling will be District 4 County Commissioner Steven L. Abrams, Janet DeVries, president of the Boynton Beach Historical Society, and members of the Neff family.

Descendants of Captain Walter “Pop” Lyman, who captained one of the first boats to navigate through the inlet, will also be in attendance. Model T cars on display by members of the Sunny T’s of South Florida Car Club and music by the Sunsation Quartet will help create a 1920s atmosphere for the celebration.

For more information about the parks and leisure services available through the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, please visit www.pbcparks.com.